About
SALTOLA
About Us
Saltola was founded to provide communications intelligence for sustainable development.
Operating at the intersection of information ecosystems, artificial intelligence, and policy, we serve as a trusted partner to government bodies, private enterprises, and not-for-profit organizations
We understand that driving sustainable outcomes in health, nutrition, and climate change requires more than just good intentions. it requires effective communication, optimized systems, and a deep understanding of the modern information landscape
Saltola is a research and advisory organisation that specialises in information environments and strategic communication for sustainable development.
We work with governments and non-profit organisations to
- Understand how information moves in society
- Design and test communication that drives behaviour and policy change
- Build capacity so organisations can do this work effectively themselves
Core values
Adaptability
Continuously testing and refining communication and behavioral strategies for real-world application
Equity & Inclusion
Championing rigorous evaluations, impact synthesis, and safe AI policy
Co-creation
We believe that individuals and communities have the most accurate evidence of what works for their context
Our Approach
We follow a clear cycle:
- Deep research into information environments
- Evidence synthesis and analysis
- Co-designing solutions with partners
- Field testing and real-world trials
- Capacity building and training
- Evaluation and impact assessment
This is not about technology for its own sake. It is about making sure the right information reaches the right people, at the right time, in ways that create real change.
Our Guiding Purpose
Mission
To produce knowledge and support the development of organisations and systems optimised to communicate effectively in an increasingly complex information landscape
Vision
A future where information environments work for the health and well-being of everyone everywhere
Policy Advocacy & Governance
Influencing national and regional strategies to ensure information and communication serve public good while safeguarding rights and accountability.
Implementation Science & Capacity Building
Delivering training, frameworks, and real-world support to close the gap between research and practice, enabling organisations to achieve sustainable impact.
Information Ecosystem Research & Communications
Investigating how information is produced, flows, and is used in society, and crafting strategic narratives that drive awareness and collective action.
Social & Behavioural Change
Leveraging behavioural insights to influence policies, programmes, and individual actions that support health, nutrition, climate action, and social resilience.
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